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Emeric

“Work power or ruler of work.”

Em-uh-rik Germanic, Hungarian origin 6 letters 3 syllables
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Emeric

Work power or ruler of work.

Germanic, Hungarian

Name Details & Attributes

Meanings

Work ruler Powerful

Origin

Religion

Themes

Personality Traits

Syllables

3

About this name

Of Germanic origin, Emeric was a name used by Hungarian royalty, most notably Saint Emeric of Hungary. It is the root of the name 'America' via its Italian variant Amerigo.

It means "Work power or ruler of work." Emeric has a popularity score of 48 out of 100 in the Anbu Baby catalogue. It is most associated with the 2020s. It is pronounced Em-uh-rik. It is traditionally associated with Christianity. It is associated with themes of Power and Strength. Its listed personality traits are Diligent and Strong. It has 3 syllables and 6 letters. Related names in the catalogue include Emery and Amerigo.

Frequently asked questions

What does the name Emeric mean?

The name Emeric means "Work power or ruler of work."

What origin is the name Emeric?

Emeric has Germanic and Hungarian origins.

Is Emeric a boy or girl name?

Emeric is traditionally a boy's name.

How do you pronounce Emeric?

Emeric is pronounced Em-uh-rik.

Is Emeric popular?

Emeric has a popularity score of 48 out of 100 in the Anbu Baby catalogue. It is most associated with the 2020s.

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